Gloucester City Council has rejected a proposal to seek sponsorship funding for its historic civic roles of mayor and sheriff amid concerns over commercializing these centuries-old positions. Dating back to the 1200s, and …
Gloucester City Council remains shrouded in uncertainty as no individual has yet claimed responsibility for the financial crisis that has compelled councillors to reset the current budget following a £2.8 million overspend. …
Plans to convert a six-bedroom family home into a care home for a young person with complex needs have sparked intense opposition in the quiet Gloucester cul-de-sac of 15 Waterdale Close, Hardwicke. Despite concerns from over …
Andrew Ewart-James has endured decades of frustration over a problematic retaining wall in the garden of his £1 million Home Farm property in South Woodchester. Since purchasing the farmhouse in 1977, the 79-year-old has …
Gloucestershire residents are facing increased council tax and higher charges for residential parking permits starting this April. On January 28, Gloucestershire County Council unveiled its budget proposals for the 2026/27 …
In Gloucester, a push is underway for councillors to disclose their memberships in secret societies and private clubs. Labour councillors are set to propose a rule change at an upcoming Gloucester City Council meeting, aiming …
Residents living close to Tetbury Industrial Estate in Gloucestershire continue to experience health issues nearly a week after a series of “toxic” fires broke out at the site. The fires, first reported on Monday, January 12, …
Hundreds of villagers in Gloucestershire voiced their outrage as controversial plans to build over 12,000 homes across two new towns moved closer to approval. Despite heavy rain, around 100 concerned residents gathered …
Under heavy rain, around 100 villagers gathered outside the Forest of Dean District Council offices to voice their strong opposition to a highly controversial plan to build 5,500 homes in two new towns in Gloucestershire. The …
In a recent by-election for The Rissingtons ward on the Cotswold District Council, the Liberal Democrats have reclaimed a seat from the Green Party. Craig Thurling emerged victorious, marking a significant gain for the Lib …
Elections in Cheltenham, scheduled for this year, have been postponed following the Government’s confirmation of new legislation aimed at delaying elections in 29 councils. This move prioritizes freeing up capacity to support …
A wave of concern has swept through the Cotswolds town of Tetbury following reports of noxious fires at the local industrial estate that have left residents feeling physically ill. Despite claims from the estate’s owner that …
Gloucester City Council is set to cut its festivals and events budget by more than half, placing funding for key cultural events like the renowned Three Choirs Festival in jeopardy. This reduction comes as the council seeks …
New plans for a scaled-down but urgently needed leisure centre in the Forest of Dean have received council approval despite concerns about looming deadlines. Forest of Dean District Council is set to press ahead with building …
The Forest of Dean District Council has approved scaled-back plans for a new leisure centre at Five Acres, moving forward amid concerns over funding deadlines and community expectations. Originally granted £9.2 million in …